PeopleTools 8.60 Release - Newest Features and Benefits

JUNE 19, 2023 03:30 AM

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PeopleTools 8.60, an Oracle PeopleSoft update, was released in late 2022. Oracle will support the 8.59 version for a while, and this update comes with recommended features. Ignoring this new PeopleSoft upgrade for too long could be detrimental to your business goals, as continuing with an outdated Oracle ERP system affects many management areas.

Below is an overview of the features provided by PeopleSoft Services and the benefits of upgrading to this new software.

New Features for PeopleTools 8.60 Release

User Interface Enhancements

Redwood Color Scheme Refresh
User Interface Layout Changes
Quick Access Bar
Global Search
Configurable Search
User Personalization

These changes represent Oracle's next-generation design system, Redwood. The Redwood color scheme is incorporated throughout the upgrade. PeopleSoft managed services design, and access enable users to customize and personalize the system's look and feel. Access to and search for PeopleSoft managed services are quick and efficient.

Search Framework Enhancements

Data Range Partitions for Search Indexing
Real-Time Indexing Switch

Users can adjust partition date ranges prior to running the index build processes, which can help reflect actual data distribution. The search index build process creates a unique run control ID for each partition, enabling individualized searches. Real-time Indexing was originally released with PeopleSoft 8.59. This feature ensures that data updates are indexed in real-time.

Notifications Enhancements

Images or Attachments in Outbound Text Messages
Mark Complete Notification Actions

This portion of the PeopleSoft 8.60 Release allows for improved communication between employees. Images in outbound text messages appear as links and include an authentication process for users to prove access rights. Mark Complete Notifications Actions displays tasks as completed on the View All Notifications Page. This makes it easy for each user to see how tasks are progressing.

Lifecycle Management Enhancements

Simplifying Usage Monitor Setup and Usage Data Collection
Improving the PAU Job Scheduler
Administer Metadata Options
PTF Recorder with Chrome and Microsoft Edge

The Lifecycle Management Enhancements help collect and store data for analysis. The Usage Data Collection makes tracking usage for PeopleSoft managed services easier. PeopleSoft PUM makes creating and applying a change package from the PUM update manager easy.

Integration Enhancements

Application Services Framework and REST Enhancements
Data Distribution Framework

The Application Service Framework and REST Enhancement update work together to simplify integration with third-party systems. A one-time configuration is done on the standard configuration page for the Data Distribution Framework. Still, after the job details are captured and the model is deployed, the job is automated and can be scheduled to run on occasion on the Data Science Setup page.

Security and Privacy Enhancements

Expanded Password Length
Improved Access Logging
User Expiration Date
Improve Certificate Management
Data Masking Support for Analytics

Security is vital to every user, and PeopleSoft 8.60 took this into account. The new login is enabled with a longer password, directly affecting the password's strength. Password lengths can now be up to 64 characters long. Supervisors are also granted access with more direct application to employee status. Security is one more reason Oracle should be considered for implementation. Now, more data is given for administrators to track different information, such as sign-on types, reasons for sign-out, and usage during sign-in. It also has features that cancel a user's ability to log in after future termination.

Additional Key Features

Component Interface Improvements
Image Catalog
Extended Virus Scanning for Attachments

These improved features focus on usability and security. Most notable is the ability to scan images for viruses on the application server instead of only the web server. This feature is helpful when transitioning attachments to a PeopleSoft repository.

FAQs

What are the key benefits of upgrading to PeopleTools 8.60?
Upgrading to PeopleTools 8.60 offers several benefits, including an enhanced user interface with the Redwood color scheme and customizable layouts, improved search capabilities, better communication through notification enhancements, simplified lifecycle management, streamlined integration with third-party systems, stronger security measures, and usability improvements such as extended virus scanning for attachments. To fully leverage these upgrades, PeopleSoft Training ensures a more intuitive and efficient user experience.|
How does PeopleTools 8.60 enhance notifications?
Notifications are enhanced by including images or attachments in outbound text messages and the "Mark Complete Notifications Actions" feature. Images appear as links within text messages with an authentication process, and the "Mark Complete" action displays tasks as completed on the View All Notifications Page, improving communication and task management.
How does PeopleTools 8.60 improve integration with other systems?
Integration is improved through the Application Services Framework and REST Enhancements, which simplify integration with third-party systems, and through the Data Distribution Framework. The Data Distribution Framework involves a one-time configuration, after which jobs can be automated and scheduled to run on the Data Science Setup page.
What Security and Privacy Enhancements are included in PeopleTools 8.60?
Security and Privacy Enhancements in PeopleTools 8.60 include expanded password length (up to 64 characters), improved access logging, user expiration dates, improved certificate management, and data masking support for analytics. These features enhance the system's security by allowing stronger passwords, providing more detailed access tracking, and improving data protection.
What additional key features are worth noting in PeopleTools 8.60?
Key features include Component Interface Improvements, Image Catalog, and Extended Virus Scanning for Attachments. The ability to scan images for viruses on the application server (instead of only the web server) is a notable improvement, particularly when transitioning attachments to a PeopleSoft repository.

Each new PeopleSoft upgrade has been made with the user in mind. The upgrade has been more straightforward and intuitive in its application and easily communicated between employees and software. An Oracle Consulting partner is vital for an implementation to get the most out of an Oracle Database Managed Service, like PeopleSoft. SMACT Works Cloud Advisory services can help ease the transition between PeopleSoft 8.59 and PeopleSoft 8.60 with Oracle DBA Remote Support. PeopleTools 9.60 is packed with excellent new features. Contact us to get started today!

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